When is BTU800F's MOT due?

This vehicle's MOT expired on 16 August 2018. It cannot legally be driven until it passes a new test, except to a pre-booked MOT appointment.

Yes. DVLA records show this vehicle is currently taxed. Tax is due for renewal on 1 January 2027.

What mileage has BTU800F done?

The last mileage recorded at MOT was 80,496 miles in August 2017. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 81,500 miles.

Has BTU800F ever failed an MOT?

Yes. It has failed 3 MOT tests, most recently in July 2017. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.

Has BTU800F's mileage ever dropped?

No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.

BTU800F

LOTUS ELAN

1968 · Red · Petrol · 1558cc

Data from official DVSA and DVLA records · Report generated 3 August 2026

Vehicle Summary

MOT

Expired

until 16/08/2018

Tax

Taxed

due 01/01/2027

Est. Mileage

81,335

projected from MOT records

MOT Tests

3 passed · 3 failed

Mileage History

MOT History

Test number
946190398047
Expiry
16 Aug 2018
Odometer
80,496 mi
ADVISORYADV
both rear tyres starting to perish and crack
Test number
388600124556
Expiry
—
Odometer
80,496 mi
FAILFAIL
Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
FAILFAIL
Offside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
FAILFAIL
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
FAILFAIL
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
FAILFAIL
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish and crack
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear tyre starting to perish and crack
Test number
310273320485
Expiry
30 Oct 2017
Odometer
80,407 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
784779754134
Expiry
—
Odometer
80,407 mi
FAILFAIL
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH JETS (8.2.3)
FAILFAIL
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FAILFAIL
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
FAILFAIL
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Test number
275235795436
Expiry
13 Jul 2016
Odometer
80,321 mi
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Nearside front tyre perished
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Offside front tyre perished
Test number
986958485161
Expiry
—
Odometer
80,319 mi
FAILFAIL
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
FAILFAIL
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
FAILFAIL
Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
FAILFAIL
Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
FAILFAIL
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Nearside front tyre perished
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Offside front tyre perished

MOT History

MOT

This vehicle is exempt from MOT testing due to being over 40 years old

MOT Summary

Tax

Status:Taxed

Due:01/01/2027

Days Remaining:151 days

Tax

Mileage

Estimated Mileage:81,335

Annual Mileage:94

vs UK Average:99% below

Mileage Summary

Emissions

Euro Standard:Unknown

Emissions

Vehicle Details

Manufactured:1968

First Registered:January 1968

V5C Last Issued:08/01/2026

Wheelplan:2 Axle Rigid Body

Marked for Export:No

Vehicle Details

BTU800F FAQs

When is BTU800F's MOT due?: This vehicle's MOT expired on 16 August 2018. It cannot legally be driven until it passes a new test, except to a pre-booked MOT appointment.
Is BTU800F taxed?: Yes. DVLA records show this vehicle is currently taxed. Tax is due for renewal on 1 January 2027.
What mileage has BTU800F done?: The last mileage recorded at MOT was 80,496 miles in August 2017. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 81,500 miles.
Has BTU800F ever failed an MOT?: Yes. It has failed 3 MOT tests, most recently in July 2017. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.
Has BTU800F's mileage ever dropped?: No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.